Taking advantage of how automotive wholesale works is a moving target. However, many dealers who have finally figured out how to buy wholesale online stick to the first auction site they learn to use, without exploring the other—possibly better—options that may be out there. To help you better understand what’s out there, here are a...

ADESA and others in the KAR group of companies were well represented at the NAAA Convention/National Remarketing Conference during Used Car Week 2016. This event was four great days of sharing insights, learning industry news and networking. Familiar names filled the agenda of panelists and speakers, as well as award recipients. Here’s a recap of the...

The automotive remarketing industry is officially in the digital age. The day has arrived where a consumer can browse, research and purchase a vehicle entirely online. Knowing this, many dealerships are beginning to invest in solutions that cater to this digitally connected customer. But while dealers spend time, effort and large amounts of money trying...

During the last several years, online auctions have grown immensely. More dealers are learning about the flexibility and options available in online transactions. However, purchasing and selling inventory online can be intimidating and overwhelming at first. Dealers are at varying levels of comfort with the online marketplace. We always try to share advice and recommendations...

ADESA recently honored their top performers for dealer sales and online sales at the recent Dealer Sales and Services meeting. I was excited to announce our winners and present the awards. I’m proud to work with such outstanding professionals and glad to have the opportunity to recognize their achievements. Our dealer sales and online sales...

An auction can be an interesting place, full of activity. There are lots of moving parts—cars in the lanes, people multi-tasking. It’s easy to forget the safety measures we have in place to keep everyone out of harm’s way. Because the safety of our customers and employees is a top priority at every ADESA auction,...

To thank our customers for their business and show our appreciation for their support year-round, we designated October as Dealer Appreciation Month. Many of our auction locations hosted a variety of events and activities throughout the month to thank dealers for their business, including balloon drops, Halloween celebrations, hot apple cider and local charity fundraisers....

It has been a spectacular experience visiting the different 2013 Barrett-Jackson auctions this year, and most recently, Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas. Flashy classic cars reminiscent of the Rat Pack Days were spotted everywhere, as well as newer collectibles that are favorites of movie stars and sports players that frequent The Las Vegas Strip. The electrifying Vegas...

As a collector car enthusiast, attending Barrett-Jackson events is a real treat for me. I recently visited the inaugural Hot August Nights Barrett-Jackson Reno Tahoe auction, a new destination for the famous celebration. I personally love ‘hot rods.’ And, hundreds of them filled the streets. Being surrounded by so many custom hot rods at Hot...

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